Innholdsfortegnelse for 03-Jul-2017 i Woman's Own

Once again TV’s Mr Nasty has shown he has a heart of gold. After the tragic events in West London, the pop mogul quickly rallied all his showbiz chums to record a charity single for the families whose lives have been devastated in the Grenfell Tower fire. It’s just another example of Simon showing his support for good causes, with the star already listed among the top charity donors in the UK. Simon’s no doubt a great family man and is now showing what a good role model he is for son Eric. Good for you, Simon!…

On her marriage ‘I can’t bear the thought of it failing’ TV star Coleen Nolan has made a startlingly honest confession about her marriage following news of a shock cheating scandal. The star even went so far as to say, ‘It’s time to move on,’ over fears that staying in a damaged relationship would be bad for her children – something she wouldn’t be able to forgive herself for. Coleen’s comments came as the Loose Woman reflected on the news that rocker Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon have renewed their wedding vows. The feisty duo recently staged their romantic nuptials at a Las Vegas hotel, despite Ozzy’s confession that he cheated on Sharon with a hairdresser. Locked in a cycle Coleen, 52, who’s been married to musician Ray Fensome…

‘I felt absolutely nothing’ As I sat on the balcony watching the sunrise, I was engulfed with a sense of calm. It was 7am and, closing my eyes, I savoured the sound of the birds singing and the gentle breeze on my skin. It was a serene moment, one which may ordinarily have made someone feel grateful for being alive. But, for me, it felt like the perfect moment to end my life. A year earlier, in 2009, I had everything to live for. I was 38, had a good job as a data specialist and a partner I adored. Our carefree days were filled with dinners with friends and long walks with my beloved dog Sandy. But, within just a few months, my whole world fell apart. I was…

Carol Keenan-Pillai runs her own luxury travel business. She lives in London with her husband, Johann, and their two daughters, Arianne, 19, and Marielle, 17. Keep it simple I don’t have a fancy skin routine. I start the day by washing my face with soap and water, followed by moisturiser. I’m a big fan of Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream, £70, and Magic Eye Rescue, £40, both charlottetilbury.com. Oil up I keep my hair in good condition by using coconut oil as a treatment once a week. I massage it through my lengths and leave it to nourish before rinsing. It keeps my hair looking glossy. It’s never too late I used to be a size 22, and when I turned 46 I said ‘enough is enough!’ I started looking at…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr When your ruler’s in touchy-feely Cancer, honouring the emotional side of life helps get you where you want to be. So trust your feelings and put them into words on Tuesday or Wednesday. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May This is the last week this year of your lovely ruler in Taurus. So now’s your final chance to use her beautifying effect, which helps with makeovers, haircuts and attracting a wink from someone cute at work. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun What’s getting your goat? You find yourself snapping at people. Someone is rubbing you up the wrong way but as it’s one of those wolf-in-sheep’s-clothing scenarios, it’s tricky to tackle. Not impossible! Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Whether you’re often angry…

1 Appreciate each other Even when you have had a bad day, make sure you tell your partner that you value and notice what they do. It might not sound much, but often it’s the small things that keep a relationship solid. 2 Hug and kiss every day Non-sexual intimacy is what keeps couples close, say the experts – a kiss and a cuddle maintains the connection in busy lives when jobs, kids and everyday life get in the way. 3 Try a couple app LoveByte (Free, iTunes and Google Play) is an app where you can add private photos and notes. You can also chat in private and use it to set date reminders. It’s full of ideas for possible gifts too, plus…

‘I felt continually drained and exhausted’ We’d been told to look for a fuzzy white shape on the screen. But as I lay in the scan room gripping my husband Marc’s hand, we both were amazed to see three bobbing around. The sonographer had called for the doctor and when she came in, she nodded and smiled. ‘So it’s triplets,’ she said. It was May 2013 and Marc, then 29, and I had been trying to have a baby for the past five years. I suffered from endometriosis, which caused blockages in my fallopian tubes, so I’d been warned conceiving could be difficult. Our first go at IVF had failed and I think Marc and I had begun to believe we’d never be parents. And yet here, with our second…

Friend Debs ‘We need to support, not stigmatise’ I completely agree with Sarah about the stigma of being a single mum. Married or not, we’re all just parents trying to make it through the day, which is why we should be supporting each other, not splitting ranks! Friend Nick ‘I don’t know how she does it’ Sarah’s a cracking parent, and honestly I don’t know how she does it. To raise a family and sustain a successful career like she has is inspirational. I doff my cap to her. She is a true force of nature. Sister Jane ‘Sometimes single parenthood is the best option’ As a divorcee, I know how damaging an unhappy marriage can be to the whole family, which is why I applaud Sarah for speaking out…

BREAKFASTS CHOOSE 1, ALL SERVE 1 DIPPY EGGS Soft boil an egg or 2 to your liking and serve with either 2 slices of wholemeal toast (from a small 400g loaf) or cooked asparagus spears. Follow with a pear. SPAGHETTI ON TOAST Top 2 rounds of wholemeal toast (from a 400g loaf) with spaghetti hoops in tomato sauce. BANANA BRAN Serve 50g All-Bran Original with milk from your allowance and plenty of chopped banana. LUNCHES CHOOSE 1, ALL SERVE 1 NOODLE SALAD Pick up a chilled Slimming World Thai Noodle Salad, (available at Iceland). Follow with a couple of clementines and a Danone Activia 0% Fat yogurt (any flavour). GREEK SALAD Top a bed of salad leaves with slices of red onion, diced cucumber, fresh tomato chunks, 65g reduced-fat feta…

Megan Macey is finally feeling settled after embarking on a romance with smooth operator Frank Clayton. But his fling with Charity Dingle could threaten everything and, this week, she tells her daughter Debbie that she intends to reveal all! But if the truth did come out, how would Megan react? Actress Gaynor Faye, 45, tells us more… Has Megan really fallen for Frank? She’s been swept up by his charm – I mean, Frank’s a conman and smooth cookie, so she’s fallen for him. Does she think they have a future together? Megan doesn’t do flings, that’s why it’s been so difficult to get them together. Now she’s got Eliza she wants a man who’s going to be there for her. Does she suspect he’s cheated? I think she would…

1 Who Do You Think You Are? Thursdays, BBC1 Once again the stars will be delving into their family trees to find out what secrets lurk in their ancestry. This series’ celebs include Strictly’s Craig Revel Horwood and actor Charles Dance. 2 Spa Wars Wednesdays, ITVBe Rylan Clark-Neal narrates as three rival salon owners are pitted against each other to find out whose treatments offer the best value for money. The results will be revealed to them by a surprise celeb. 3 Highland Midwives Wednesdays, Channel 5 What happens if you’re pregnant and live hundreds of miles from a hospital? In the Scottish Highlands, we follow a set of midwives and see the unique challenges they face. 4 The Windsors Wednesdays, Channel 4 The satirical comedy…

Fans and celebrity friends have come out in support of troubled Ant McPartlin following news of his addiction to prescription drugs and alcohol abuse. As the much-loved TV presenter, 41, headed to rehab for a rumoured two-month spell, his Britain’s Got Talent co-stars Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, David Walliams and Alesha Dixon called and texted to offer their support, while fans praised the star for his bravery in speaking out. ‘Ant checking into rehab serves as a reminder that mental health issues have no boundaries,’ said one. ‘Fame does not give anyone immunity.’ It was revealed that Ant, 41, wept as he confessed his problems to wife Lisa and TV partner Declan Donnelly. ‘I feel like I have let a lot of people down and for that I am truly…

In the frame Tinted lenses are all over the high street. These ombré specs are mesmerising. £8.99, New Look Lights alive The cactus is the motif of the season. Embrace this trendy succulent in funky neon. £34.95, prezzybox.com All tied up These sunny rope sandals will look fabulous with summer dresses, shorts or jeans. £16.99, TK Maxx Arm candy We love this cross-body bag in mermaid green with its luxe gold chain strap. £29.99, Zara Ice, ice baby Gin & Tonic and Prosecco & Peach ice pops are the perfect hot-day cooler for grown-ups! £2.99 for four, Aldi Hook up Show off your initials (or your favourite magazine!) with a cute ceramic letter hook. £5.95, dotcomgiftshop.com Wash and glow Cleanse & Polish comes with a fresh…

Short and slick The pin-up of pixie cuts, EMMA WILLIS, 41, proves that short hair is entirely versatile. This slicked back quiff will take you from beach to bar, keep you cool in the day and looking cool at night. Rub a small amount of Lee Stafford Wet Look GeLee, £7.99, through your fingers and rake hair back keeping a little height on top. Beach bun Imagine the cool sea breeze hitting your neck… GWYNETH PALTROW, 44, has nailed hot-weather hairstyling with this chic ballerina bun. Hair is swept back from the face and up off the shoulders, keeping you cool and frizz-free in the heat. Pull hair into a ponytail at the nape of the neck, leaving a few loose pieces around the face, like Gwynnie, to soften the…

Hen do celebrations have become bigger, bawdier and pricier than ever. And with this new wave of hedonism, some hens are rivalling stags with their crass antics. Bust-ups, brushes with the law and bad behaviour are becoming increasingly common place among today’s female partygoers. Here, we reveal three hen dos that went too far… ‘B*tches on tour’ kicked off flight As bride-to-be Emma Green, 35, arrived at East Midlands Airport with her 17 hens, she was looking forward to having a good time. After all, the gang – made up of mostly mums in their thirties and forties – were flying to Majorca for a four-day party ahead of Emma’s marriage. Rocking up at the check-in desk wearing T-shirts with ‘B*tches on tour’ emblazoned on the back, worried airline staff…

‘My 4ft 11in frame struggled under the weight’ Piling my plate high with chicken vindaloo, chicken satay, large rice, cheesy naan bread, onion bhajis and samosas, I couldn’t wait to get comfy on the sofa with my takeaway. But while most of us have had nights like that – where we get carried away and indulge a bit too much – for me, it was nothing out of the ordinary. I’d order a curry at least four times a week. I know, it sounds horrendous. I hadn’t always been so gluttonous. Until my marriage breakdown in May 2002, I was a size 14. But, becoming a single mum to my son Michael, then 15 months, life was hard. I spent my days taking him to activities, and then when I’d…

Teriyaki salmon Serves 4 What you need 1tsp sesame oil 750g salmon fillet 2.5cm root ginger, peeled and grated 4tbsp light soy sauce 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped, optional 3tbsp runny honey 3 spring onions, chopped How to do it 1 Take a large sheet of foil and brush with oil. Place the salmon fillet in the centre of the foil. 2 Sprinkle over the grated ginger, soy sauce and chilli, if using. Drizzle over the honey and sprinkle with the spring onions. 3 Loosely wrap in the foil. Put on a hot barbecue and cook for 10-15 mins, until tender and the fish flakes. Calories 472 Fat 29g (5g saturates) Freezable No Cost per serving £3.50 Va-va-voom vegetables Serves 4 What you need 1 small butternut squash, sliced…

Buy it Cook it Pronto prawn pasta Coldwater prawns, 200g, Tesco Cook 300g linguine pasta as per packet instructions, drain and reserve 5tbsp cooking water. In a frying pan, gently cook 2 chopped garlic cloves, and 1 large chilli, deseeded and sliced, in 3tbsp virgin olive oil, until garlic is soft. Add 125ml white wine, 1tsp caster sugar, 225g cherry tomatoes, chopped, bring to the boil and cook for 3 mins. Add 200g prawns and cook for a further 3 mins, stirring. Add the pasta, the zest of 1 lemon and juice, 100g rocket and enough cooking water to loosen pasta. Serve. Was £4 Now £3 Bargain booze Smirnoff Cider has added new flavour to its line-up, Mandarin & Pink Grapefruit, and it’s the perfect British…

6.30am Suddenly the alarm goes off. I have an Amazon Echo [personal assistant device Alexa], and I spend at least three minutes screaming at it! I lean over and grab my French bulldog, Dolly, for a cuddle. She’s usually snuck in under the covers, even though she’s not allowed. 7am I bring a cup of coffee up to the lounge, it’s lovely and serene. I then think, ‘Eek I’ve got half an hour!’ and rush upstairs to get showered. I’ve got terrible OCD, and have a routine so everything is exactly the same. Then I get in the car and ask the driver to play Classic FM. 7.40am I am greeted by Fleur at This Morning, who runs the green room. She has a coffee waiting for me. It’s a…

On remembering ‘We do Mum’s Day once a month’ Jeff Brazier is a role model for parents after taking over the care of his sons, Bobby, 14, and Freddy, 12, following the death of their mum, Jade Goody, in 2009. He’s shielded them from the public eye as best he can, and used his experiences to help others through life-coaching andnowhisnewbook.Here, the This Morning presenter, 38, explains more Jeff, we know you as a TV presenter, so why did you become a life coach? I wanted to build on the poor GCSEs I got because I thought I was going to be a professional footballer. A few years ago I had some life coaching after an ex-girlfriend insisted that I tried it. At the end of an hour with this…

That sister of yours, Gina, is certainly a piece of work! Isn’t she great?! I just love that girl, I love her personality – high one minute and really low the next. Connie Hyde is so good at playing that. She’s obviously sticking around. What was she like growing up? Sally [Sally’s character] has always been the strong one and Gina the vulnerable one. I don’t think they had a happy childhood. Dad knocked them about but Sally got on with her life and met Kevin, while Gina was stuck at home with all the problems. You’ve been on the Street for a long time – you still get the storylines. And I love that! When Joe Duttine, who plays Tim, started it shook my character up all over again.…

Deeply moved As an avid reader of Woman’s Own for more than 40 years, I was very touched by the story of Jasmine Aras. My son died at nine months and I joined a group called The Compassionate Friends. Like Jasmine’s antenatal group, it helped me so much in my grieving progress. Heather Wicks Why, Holly? I love Holly Willoughby, and I read with interest your story on how she is looking painfully thin! It’s such a shame – she had a body that most women would give their right arm for. She looked healthy – now she’s looking gaunt. Danielle Williams Your photo of the week… My grandson Tommy, 16 months,was so impressed with his mummy’s hen do outfit that he tried the shades on for size! Lynne Newton,…

Q Two years ago, my son married a woman who has two kids, aged five and seven. They are fantastic and my husband and I see them in the same way we see our other grandchildren (they don’t have any other family). I often offer to look after them but my daughter-in-law turns me down. My son says she feels awkward about forcing us to have a role but all this has left me feeling at a bit of a loss. Ann, 58, Middlesex A The key here is building up a relationship with your daughter-in-law. It sounds as if she’s very protective of her kids, but also of her relationship with you, meaning she’s trying to ensure that no one will get hurt or forced to do something they…

‘I believed you needed a picture-perfect family’ ‘I now embrace my life as a single mother’ Late Sunday evening, and there’s a heap of laundry to iron, school bags to be packed and a bulging bin bag that needs to be heaved outside – all the usual tasks I’ll have to do on my own. Such is the life of a single parent. But snuggling on the sofa with my children, Stanley, 11, and Betty, eight, and seeing how content they look, I wouldn’t change our set-up for the world. I’d never expected to become a single parent. If you’d told me when I first met my husband in 2001 that we wouldn’t be together forever, I’d have been horrified. I believed that I needed a picture-perfect family to…

1 ROOT GINGER & CHILLIES Peel fresh ginger, chop and store in a ziplock bag in the freezer. You can also freeze chopped chillies – they can be cooked straight from frozen. 2 SOGGY SALAD LEAVES Often, the wilting is dehydration, which can be solved by plunging leaves in iced water for 20 minutes. Freeze leaves to use in stews and soups. 3 CARROTS If you buy carrots with green tops, trim them off, unless you’re using straight away, as they can go slimy and draw out the moisture in the carrots. 4 ROOT VEG Scrub root veg if you can, but if you peel them, toss the peelings in seasoned oil and roast to make root crisps. Boil and mash root veg to top shepherd’s pie instead of potato.…

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Since Neighbours’ Susan Kennedy arrived in Erinsborough nearly 23 years ago, she’s been through the mill. Her husband Karl has had affairs, she’s lost 30 years of her memory and been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But the last few weeks have been some of her toughest yet. Actress Jackie Woodburne, 61, tells us more… Hi Jackie! It’s been a dramatic time for Susan recently… It started with the arrival of Finn Kelly as a new teacher at the school. Finn had a romantic history with Susan’s niece Elly Conway, but Elly was quite dubious about him, she thinks he always has an ulterior motive. He’s prepared to go to extreme lengths to get what he wants – the job as school principal. How bad is it going to get for…

From classic whodunnits to gripping courtroom sagas, we’re all obsessed with crime dramas and real crime shows. But which is your favourite? Are you a devil for DNA detail, or a total true-crime aficionado? It’s time to find out… Bones For fans of… forensics with a twist Starring Emily Deschanel as Dr Temperance ‘Bones’ Brennan, Bones is a must for cult crime TV fans. A forensic anthropologist, the brilliant but socially awkward Dr Brennan has the ability to read clues from victims’ bones, even when the remains are so badly decomposed that standard investigative methods prove useless. Add to that a volatile, yet charged professional relationship with the cocky, charming FBI agent Seeley Booth (David Boreanaz), and you’ve got the makings of one seriously addictive show. Catch your favourite episodes…